A Nod To Nostalgia, Crafted From Nature
Nostalgia, defined as a sentimental longing or wistful affection for the past, is the cornerstone of Portland-based designer Max Humphrey’s design philosophy brought to life with natural fibers, a wooden handloom, and some creative ingenuity to create this new handwoven windowcovering collection. You’ll also find some Fresh Edits to our H&F Studio Collections.
We hope you enjoy these new designs, and perhaps they may inspire you in your design journey.
INTRODUCING THE
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“For me, design is NOSTALGIA. I’m inspired by things from my New England childhood like ginghams, plaids, vintage quilts, cable knit sweaters, and old grain sacks.”
~ Max Humphrey
Gingham
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE GRASSWEAVE
Humphrey reimagines this traditional gingham check as a versatile neutral in his collection. Its simple, medium-scale motif is loomed of natural ramie fibers, creating subtle variations in each square that soften the geometric grid and highlight its handcrafted quality. The weft fibers are dyed to match the warp, infusing the two-tone pattern with graphic impact and visual dimension.
Grain Sack
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE GRASSWEAVE
Inspired by vintage grain sacks, this series elevates the humble carryall to a nostalgic, handcrafted design. The sturdy ramie weave is accented with slender stripes of red, white or blue against a denim or natural ground, evoking a quintessential Americana mood in a fresh format.
Cableknit
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE GRASSWEAVE
Reminiscent of iconic New England sweaters, this series is distinguished by its rich dimension rendered on a jacquard loom. A dense weave of refined ramie features alternating cable ribs framed in columns. They twist down planes of fabric, imparting visual depth and subtly raised texture in a design at once classic and contemporary.
Jacquard Hand Weaving
A classic weaving technique in which pattern and color are woven directly into the textile with a visible reverse pattern is known as jacquard. In 1801, Joseph Marie Jacquard invented the jacquard loom, simplifying the method for producing complex, consistent textiles. Offering a maximum width of 100 inches, our loom features an attachment of punch cards that correspond to textile patterns, controlling which warp threads are raised so the weft thread can be hand passed under them. By incorporating the use of a jacquard loom, Hartmann&Forbes can now realize a broader range of looks, including the graphic and creative designs of the new Max Humphrey collection.
Cross
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE GRASSWEAVE
An age-old symbol in nature and iconography, the venerable cross is reinterpreted in jacquard-loomed ramie. The crosses, formed of an intricate check pattern, float in a textural landscape delineated by horizontal lines, its tonal black-and-white palette producing a primitive, understated design.
Quilt
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE GRASSWEAVE
A modern take on traditional quilts, this series nods to the nostalgia of handmade crafts with its classic chain motif. The geometric pattern and two tonal colors provide a contemporary twist, while jacquard-loomed ramie creates subtle variations in the weave for rich texture and visual dimension.
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Fresh Edits
SOOTHING NEW SERIES
Inspired by nature, a natural pairing is conceived. Introducing two new series that evoke the senses with a calm, serene feel to enhance health and wellbeing – Unity Papyrusweave [WTS] Windowcovering and Beachfront Handcrafted Wallcovering. We also have exciting updates to timeless favorites in our Tailored-to-Size Grassweave & Papyrusweave collections, along with new color updates to our Performance Fabric collection.
Unity
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | WOVEN-TO-SIZE PAPYRUSWEAVE
Loomed of gently twisted strands of papyrus, Unity’s sumptuously soft texture is balanced by a double warp that delivers definition to the relaxed weave. The series features a diaphanous design that allows light to pass through, its airy look and peaceful color palette lending a Zen sensibility.
Beachfront
NATURAL WALLCOVERING
At once relaxed and refined, Beachfront captures its namesake coastal feel. Artisan-loomed of textural raffia, its hand-painted fibers reveal variable brushstrokes for a laidback look. The colorized warp combined with whitewashed weft fibers in an open weave, creating a dimensional, sun-dappled appearance that recalls casual beach mats.
timeless favorites
NATURAL WINDOWCOVERING | TAILORED-TO-SIZE
From legacy natural fibers, the comfortable charm and historical patterns of the Tailored-to-Size Grassweave and Tailored-to-Size Papyrusweave Collections are updated with additions to the Linen, Zen and Woolen Mill series.
Performance Fabric
7000 | 8000
A modern color update to privacy fabrics; designs from man-made fibers woven to achieve peak performance. The 7000 and 8000 series complete any look providing heat and glare reduction, UV filtration and privacy.
